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Upstate New York Construction Accident Lawyers

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If you ask most people working in construction, they will tell you they enjoy their job. You work in a profession that is key to the economy. Day after day, you watch your hard work turn into completed projects. Who else can point to a building or road and say, “I built that?”

Construction workers are the backbone of America, so when you are injured, the attorneys at Monaco Cooper Lamme & Carr, PLLC are proud to step up and fight for the compensation you deserve.

Our personal injury lawyers know that construction accident injuries are often severe and substantial. The physical, emotional, and financial toll can be devastating. The pain and trauma can be immense. Our construction accident lawyers will help you understand your rights and legal options. We will ensure the negligent parties involved are held accountable. And we will fight for the compensation you deserve – past, present, and future.

We have Albany NY personal injury lawyers dedicated to construction accidents. If you or someone you love have been injured in a construction accident, let our personal injury lawyers help you.

Give us a call at (518) 855-3535 or use our Contact page to send us a secure message.

Can You Sue for a Construction Accident in New York?

It depends, but often yes.  

The laws in New York that are designed to protect construction workers are complex. Often, construction accident victims are confused about what steps to take after an accident. You may think that workers’ compensation is your only option. That is not always the case, and you should not deal with your construction injury claim alone. Let us help you find the cause of your construction accident, so the responsible parties can be identified and held accountable.

Potential responsible third parties include:

You should contact an attorney as soon as possible after your accident. Do not wait.

Insurance companies will predictably contact you soon after the accident. Expect a call from an agent or claims adjuster. They will ask you to provide a recorded statement. Do not do this until you have legal representation.

You may also be offered a quick lump-sum settlement. That money is not likely the fair value of your injuries. You want an attorney to help you recover for all your damages – past, present, and future pain and suffering, medical bills, and lost wages. Call us for a free consultation and valuation of your claim.

Why Choose MCLC as Your Construction Accident Lawyers?

As a construction worker, we value your profession, and we make it our personal mission to earn your respect with our industry experience and exhaustive preparation. Whenever you need us, we will be at your side – on site, in the field, at the negotiation table, or in the courtroom.

Our attorneys have a long history of representing the construction industry through a myriad of legal issues. We routinely represent clients in matters arising out of Labor Law section 200, 240 and 241 claims, including matters arising from and caused by:

With our vast industry experience from both sides of the table, we can uncover what other firms cannot see, advocating for you from start to finish. And, while our credentials speak to one side of our success, it is our down-to-earth approach and straightforward communication style that has built long-lasting relationships with our clients.

As your construction accident lawyer, we know all the laws that pertain to your case, particularly Labor Law sections 200, 240 and 241. We research the laws and prior case outcomes that reveal relevant legal strategies. We exhaustively document and investigate all your accident damages, including your full medical costs. We work closely with our clients, listening to your side of the story, and negotiate tirelessly on your behalf. Finally, we understand the strategies that help clients win cases, both in and out of court.

Any lawyer can claim to have all of these qualities, but a truly qualified attorney will have:

MCLC possesses all these credentials and more.

We are a firm of attorneys experienced in the complexity of construction accidents. We have decades of combined experienced handling personal injury and construction accident claims. We are litigators – that’s what we do.

Our peers and professional community have awarded us year after year for our skill and capabilities and our clients consistently provide us with positive feedback.

We are frequent and effective communicators. You will hear from us often. You will know the status of your accident claim throughout settlement negotiations and the litigation process. We are your advocate, by your side every step of the way.

Last, remember that all your questions are valid, and we will answer them for you. We will provide you with every bit of information you need to make an informed decision.

Let us help you and your family. Just give us a call at (518) 855-3535 or use our Contact page to send us a secure message.

What Does OSHA Say About Construction Accidents?

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration was created by Congress in 1970 to ensure safe and healthy working conditions for workers by setting and enforcing safety standards and by providing training, outreach, and education. According to OSHA, the following are the top 10 most frequently cited standards by Federal OSHA, leading to safety violations and injured workers:

  1. Fall Protection, construction (29 CFR 1926.501) [related OSHA Safety and Health Topics page]
  2. Hazard Communication Standard, general industry (29 CFR 1910.1200) [related OSHA Safety and Health Topics page]
  3. Respiratory Protection, general industry (29 CFR 1910.134) [related OSHA Safety and Health Topics page]
  4. Scaffolding, general requirements, construction (29 CFR 1926.451) [related OSHA Safety and Health Topics page]
  5. Ladders, construction (29 CFR 1926.1053) [related OSHA Safety and Health Topics page]
  6. Control of Hazardous Energy (lockout/tagout), general industry (29 CFR 1910.147) [related OSHA Safety and Health Topics page]
  7. Powered Industrial Trucks, general industry (29 CFR 1910.178) [related OSHA Safety and Health Topics page]
  8. Fall Protection–Training Requirements (29 CFR 1926.503) [related OSHA Safety and Health Topics page]
  9. Eye and Face Protection (29 CFR 1926.102) [related OSHA Safety and Health Topics page]
  10. Machinery and Machine Guarding, general requirements (29 CFR 1910.212) [related OSHA Safety and Health Topics page]

What is the Difference Between Workers’ Compensation Benefits and a Construction Lawsuit?

If you are injured on a construction site, you are entitled to workers’ compensation benefits regardless of who is at fault. New York’s workers’ compensation laws provide you partial payment for lost wages and payment for your medical expenses. These payments may diminish over time and even cease.

If you are injured on a construction site due to the negligence of a third party, you can bring a lawsuit against that party. Specifically, we must prove that the accident occurred because the third party violated one of New York’s construction site safety laws, specifically:

Where Do We Represent Construction Accident Victims?

Our Albany NY personal injury lawyers represent construction accident victims in every city, county, state and federal court in every county across New York State, including:

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If you or a loved one have been injured in a construction accident, you need a lawyer. Don’t wait any longer. Call the personal injury attorneys of Monaco Cooper Lamme & Carr, PLLC for a free, confidential consultation, and let us help you get the full and just compensation you deserve.

To discuss your case, call at (518) 855-3535 or use our Contact page to send us a secure message.

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